I’ve cried a thousand tears and there’s a million more to come.
Almost a fortnight ago, Dozer was hospitalised at SASH with a double lung infection (pneumonia). If he was a spritely young chap, it probably wouldn’t be a big deal. But he’s 13.9 years old, with other medical conditions, and with that comes the reality that is the circle of life.
The initial prognosis was dire, and he went downhill worryingly fast. But my boy is a fighter. Against all odds, he improved, his lungs showed some healing and his vitals were strong. He worked hard on physical rehab and was even discharged on the weekend ………
…….only to be back in ICU a mere 2 hours later with complications. Discharged again….then back in ICU again 10 hours later.
We’re in the final chapter of Life of Dozer and we all know how the story will end. But before we get to the final page, it is my greatest hope that Dozer can come home in good enough condition to have some time to do the things he loves the most – spending time with his favourite people, scavenging around the table, playing with friends at the beach.
And being by my side, 24/7. All the neck rubs in the world. All the hugs, all the kisses, all the pats.
So for the next little while, I will be taking time away from work. JB and my brother Goh are taking charge of both RTE and RTM (our food bank). JB is going to start sharing new recipes and bring some much needed cheer to this website. Hopefully one a week, if he can manage it with the extra business operations responsibilities he’s taken on. He’s been dropping off recipe samples to me at ICU, which I appreciate greatly, even if eating French delicacies next to beeping machines feels slightly surreal.
I can’t promise to share Dozer updates on all his recipes – to be frank, it depends how Dozer is going – but you’ll see some interesting insights into how JB and I work together on recipes remotely. 🙂
Thank you for all the years of love you’ve shown Dozer, for sharing your own fur baby stories, and for making him feel so deeply adored far beyond our little world. I hope to be able to share some more light hearted Life of Dozer tales for the next little while.
Love – Nagi x
Life of Dozer
In honour of the joy Dozer has brought to this website over the years, I can’t finish this post without bringing some cheer to the Life of Dozer section. 🙂 Here he is eating an ice pop – literally just plain ice. It’s his absolute favourite treat these days! Funny how much the bar drops when you’re in hospital, gourmet expectations reduced to frozen tap water and he’s living his best life. ❤️
Much love to you, Dozer and all he’s family and friends. I have been at this time before at SASH and hope you get the time you are seeking, to spend some more heartfelt time together…. Bless 💕
Oh Nagi am sending so much love and tears for your beautiful darling boy. I’m sure you know that Dozer has lit up so many lives, although of course none more than yours. It’s a cruel pain losing such a treasured family member and I wish I could say something to help, but know that our hearts are all going out to you.
Wishing you can share all the next miliseconds with Dozer. He will always be with you💙💙💙💙💙💙
❤️ 😍 💖
So very sad for you Nagi. Dozer has been a wonderful companion and we all know how heartbreaking your situation is now. Complete strangers from all over the world are with you in spirit.xxx
Nagi, its heartbreaking knowing your “baby” is so ill, but if there is one thing that Dozer will know is that he is LOVED, so very much LOVED.
My heart breaks for you. Sending love, hugs, many many pats and kisses. You are the most handsome, strong boy Dozer and I have loved reading about your adventure xx
Dozer, you’ve got the best mum you could ask for. And Nagi, you’ve got the sweetest gentle boy. Treasure your time together and tell Dozer thank you for the years of smiles he has brought me. Thinking of you both.
Dear Nagi, precious Dozer. It’s such a tough time for you Nagi, Dozer is much loved, he will be safe as you are there with him. Love and hugs. 💔
Wishing you and beautiful Dozer strength and peace.
Thank you Nagi for sharing Dozer with us over all these years. Sending big hugs.
Darling Nagi! The joy & magic you, your amazing team & the equally amazing, wonderful , cheeky & lovable food tester, ‘Dozer’, continue to give us all in creating your beautiful meals! Being a fur mummy, I feel your pain! Sending much love & care to you all 💋🐾🐾💋
Dozer ‘s constant presence completed our cooking your recipes and we ‘ll ( my pup n I) continue to see him with all our love
Oh this is heartbreaking I’m so sorry for your beautiful Dozer. Two years ago we lost our gorgeous jet black Denzel he was a huge dog (named after our favourite actor of all time). We feel your pain ❤️
I am so sorry you have been experiencing so much sadness with your beloved Dozer.
I hope he is not in too much pain and I hope you spend as much time with him as you want.XX
All my love to you and Dozer. I live with 4 dogs and they are my joy. Their lives are so short, but their hearts are big and give so much back to us. I know he loves you.💔
Sending all my love to you and Dozer I don’t even wanna think about the end of my fur baby I have been your fan for years and dozer has been a part of all us fans lives too best wishes and love to you all
Just prayed for Dozier that you would be able to have additional time with him. God bless.
My heart aches and the tears are flooding down my face for you. We went through a similar situation only recently and it is SO hard. Sending you so much love.
The amazing Dozer! you have been the most joyful puppy I’ve had the pleasure to read about.
Nagi my heart is breaking for you. Tears will be shed for you both.
Big love to you both. ❤️❤️❤️